Homework Policy

DR. HENRY E. PERRINE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS

EXPECTATIONS

Establish a school-wide homework policy and guidelines that all teachers agree to adhere to. Inform the families about the homework policy and to provide district resources and efficient communication regarding the completion of home learning activities. Consider the student’s home learning environment and be sensitive to family time when assigning homework.

HOME-LEARNING TIME EXPECTATIONS (Nightly)

Kindergarten – First Grade: 30 minutes

Second – Third Grade: 45 minutes

Fourth – Fifth Grade: 60 minutes

HOMEWORK SMARTS

Communicate expectations on Orientation/Open House

During Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent/Student Handbook

Assign homework when necessary to reinforce the concepts learned

Use teacher’s professional judgement/discretion as it relates to the instructional needs of the students